Austin, Texas to Mexico City: Road Trip Guide & Distance

753.6 miles 1212.8 km · straight line
924.4 miles actual route 1487.6 km · driving distance
18h 6min estimated drive time
$89 - $109 estimated fuel cost
~2h 1min flight time
187° S bearing direction

How far is Austin, Texas from Mexico City?

The distance from Austin, Texas to Mexico City is 753.6 miles (1212.8 km) as the crow flies. Mexico City is located S of Austin, Texas. By car, the driving distance is approximately 924.4 miles, taking about 18h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 1min. Austin, Texas is in Texas, United States, while Mexico City is in Mexico.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Austin, Texas and Mexico City. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Austin, Texas to Mexico City

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 6min $89 - $109 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~21h 43min $74–$139* Budget
Train ~23h 32min $111–$324* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Austin, Texas & Mexico City

Quick Facts

Austin, Texas
30.27°N, 97.74°W
America/Chicago
149m elevation
Mexico City
19.43°N, 99.13°W
America/Mexico_City
2240m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 251 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 63 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 33 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM